The World from PRX

Joshua Landis

Smoke rises after an airstrike on a rebel-held area, April 7th 2017
Conflict
Syria expert opens up about the civil war’s personal cost — even in Oklahoma
A man sells cotton candy as he pushes his bicycle along a street in the rebel held al-Ghariyah al-Gharbiyah town, in Deraa province.
Conflict
Here’s why the partial truce in Syria has astounded even the experts
A fighter from Misrata shouts to his comrades as they move to fight Islamic State militants near Sirte.
Conflict
ISIS brings in millions and the US is all but helpless to stop it.
Militant Islamist fighters hold the flag of ISIS while taking part in a military parade along the streets of northern Raqqa province in this June 30, 2014 file photo.
Economics
Oil prices have collapsed, but oil-rich ISIS says it’s still in the black
Turkish soldiers are silhouetted atop armoured vehicles near the Mursitpinar border crossing on the Turkish-Syrian border on October 3, 2014.
Conflict
The US has lots at stake in the Syrian border town of Kobane
Blue jerry cans, usually used by smugglers ferrying oil from Syria to Turkey, are stacked for sale in front of a shop in the Turkish border town of Hacipasa.
Conflict
ISIS is selling cheap oil to its enemies — from Syria’s government to the Kurds
The battle for Syria continues. Here a Syrian national flag can be seen from a rebel position, flying over a building controlled by forces loyal to President Assad in Ashrafieh, Aleppo, September 17th 2013. (Photo: REUTERS/Muzaffar Salman)
Conflict & Justice
The Fighting in Syria Grinds on Despite Diplomatic Deal
Global Politics
With military option looming, experts examine how Syria might respond to airstrikes
Global Politics
How Would Syria Respond to US Strikes?
Violence continues to escalate in Syria with report of mass execution in Damascus suburb
High-ranking Syrian general defects as opposition group meets in Paris
Syrian officials reject call to stand aside as country veers toward civil war
UN condemns Syrian government for ‘violations of human rights’
Conflict & Justice
Syrian Rebels Now Better Armed With Help of Saudi Arabia
Global Politics
Battle for Aleppo Rages as Ceasefire Looms
Global Politics
Why US Intervention in Syria Could Spell Deep Trouble
Massacre Near Homs Puts Pressure on US Role in Syria
Global Politics
Wives of British and German Ambassadors Post YouTube Video Appeal to Syria’s First Lady
McCain Calls for Military Action in Syria
Arts, Culture & Media
Syria Crisis: Why Homs is the Center of Revolt
International Plans to End Syrian Conflict
Syria Allows in Arab League Observers
Global Politics
Jordan’s King Calls on Syria’s Assad to Step Down
Conflict & Justice
The Libya Effect in Syria
Conflict & Justice
First hand insight from Syria’s National Council
International Community Unite in Opposition to Syria’s Assad
Conflict & Justice
Security Council rebukes Syria as tanks settle in central Hama
Global Politics
Dennis Kucinich Speaks About Fact-Finding Mission to Syria
Conflict & Justice
Assad Blames ‘Saboteurs’ for Protests in Syria
Syria: Close to Civil War as Violent Protests Continue
Conflict & Justice
Impact on Arab uprisings
Conflict & Justice
Syria: Next Big Flashpoint in Middle East?
Conflict & Justice
Syria unrest background
Conflict & Justice
Syria in Context
Conflict & Justice
Syria: The Newest Member to Arab World Unrest
Fighting Oppression in Syria
Does Unrest in Syria Signal Change?
Global Politics
White House quiet after cross-border Syrian attack targets al-Qaida smuggler
Conflict & Justice
Shoulder to Shoulder in Tahrir Square
Conflict & Justice
Egypt: What Happens Next?
Conflict & Justice
Assessing Syria: Desire for Change?